Survive and Thrive: A Life Science Unit for High-Ability Learners in Grades K-1

ISBN-13: 9781593633936 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 154 str.

Center for Gifted Education

Opis

""Survive and Thrive," a life science unit for grades K-1 provides students an opportunity to study animals, their characteristics, and their natural environments. The overarching concept of change guides students as they use webcams to distinguish the features of animals, determine their basic needs to survive, and observe animals in their habitats.
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Recenzje

A keen interest in science is something that should be nurtured. “Survive and Thrive: Project Clarion Science Unit for Primary Grades” is a guide for teachers and administrators on how to emphasize science for gifted and talented students who have just started their schooling in kindergarten and first grades. These years are vital, and much info is provided to nurture the students during this time. “Survive and Thrive” is a fine resource for any elementary school science teacher or administrator.,Midwest Book Review, 8/1/10

Spis treści

Part I: Unit Overview Introduction to the Clarion Units Teacher’s Guide to Content Unit Glossary Teaching Resources Part II: Lesson Plans Lesson Plans Overview of Lessons Preassessment Lesson 1: What Is a Scientist? Lesson 2: What Is Change? Lesson 3: What Scientists Do—Observe, Question, Learn More Lesson 4: What Scientists Do—Experiment, Create Meaning, Tell Others Lesson 5: What Is a Life Cycle? Lesson 6: What Is the Life Cycle of a Mealworm? Lesson 7: What Are the Requirements for Life? Lesson 8: What Do Plants Need to Thrive? Lesson 9: How Do Animals Look Different? Lesson 10: What Is an Appendage? Lesson 11: How Can We Classify Animals? Lesson 12: What Have We Learned About Animals and Plants? Postassessment Appendix A: Concept Paper on Change Appendix B: Teaching Models Appendix C: Basic Concepts in Early Childhood Appendix D: Materials List References Next Generation Science Standards Alignment

O autorze

The Center for Gifted Education at The College of William and Mary, a research and development center, was established in 1988 under the direction of Dr. Joyce VanTassel-Baska. The center provides services to educators, policy makers, graduate students, researchers, parents, and students in support of the needs of gifted and talented individuals. Located in Williamsburg, VA, the center has established a national reputation for excellence in research, curriculum development, and service. Several major grants, including funding from the Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Act, have provided significant support for the work of the Center.